Croslen v. Grand Lodge of the Ancient Order of the United Workmen

This is an appeal by the plaintiff from a judgment against her in an action upon a life and disability insurance contract to recover the life benefits. The contention of the plaintiff on appeal is that the trial court misinterpreted the contract of insurance with regard to certain provisions of the contract which the plaintiff contends are inconsistent.

The defendant at all times was a fraternal benefit society incorporated under the laws of North Dakota and authorized to do business in California. As such it has conducted its business solely for the mutual benefit of its members and their…